Two at the Table

Two at the Table

Two brothers. One table. Way too many board games. Two at the Table is a podcast about board games, the people who play them, and the reasons we keep coming back to the table. Join brothers Shaun and Ian as they talk about the games they’re playing, what makes certain games special, and the experiences that turn a good game into one you want to play again and again. Along the way, they’ll share stories from their own gaming journey, dive into topics like replayability, game design, miniatures, painting, and the wider tabletop hobby, and occasionally pull up an extra chair for guests from the gaming community. Whether you’ve been playing board games for decades or you’re just discovering there’s a whole world beyond the classics, there’s a seat for you at the table. Pull up a chair. Let’s play.

Episodes

  1. Oct 14

    Why You Should Paint Your Board Game Miniatures—even as a Beginner

    Does painting board game miniatures actually make games more fun? In Episode 3 of Two at the Table, Shaun and Ian are joined by their brother Alex to discuss how painted miniatures can improve immersion, gameplay, and your connection to a game. We share beginner miniature-painting tips and talk about Dungeons & Dragons, Marvel Crisis Protocol, Zombicide, Ghostbusters, Super Dungeon Explore, and more. Should you paint your minis—or embrace the gray? Join us at the table and decide for yourself. #MiniaturePainting #BoardGames #tabletopgaming ---------------------------------------- 🛠️ Painting Gear Mentioned in this Episode: • The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Starter Set: https://amzn.to/3VBbL5A • Golden Maple Miniature Detail Paint Brushes: https://amzn.to/4y9SVzS 🎲 Games Mentioned: • Marvel: Crisis Protocol – Earth's Mightiest Core Set: https://amzn.to/4e4BFF5 • Zombicide: Black Plague: https://amzn.to/4zmXvMf As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. ---------------------------------------- ================================================== Timestamps ================================================== 00:00 Introduction to Board Gaming and Miniature Painting 05:58 The Journey of Miniature Painting 11:58 The Impact of Painted Miniatures on Gameplay 18:09 Personal Experiences and Reflections on Painting Miniatures 22:02 The Art of Miniature Painting 29:00 Getting Started with Painting 37:57 Tips and Tricks for Beginners 44:06 Community and Resources for Painters ================================================== Links ================================================== ✨Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell notification if you want to hang out for more cozy board game content! ✨ 📸Follow us on Instagram: @twoatthetablegames 🤝If you'd like to partner with us, you can reach us at info@twoatthetablegames.com

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Two brothers. One table. Way too many board games. Two at the Table is a podcast about board games, the people who play them, and the reasons we keep coming back to the table. Join brothers Shaun and Ian as they talk about the games they’re playing, what makes certain games special, and the experiences that turn a good game into one you want to play again and again. Along the way, they’ll share stories from their own gaming journey, dive into topics like replayability, game design, miniatures, painting, and the wider tabletop hobby, and occasionally pull up an extra chair for guests from the gaming community. Whether you’ve been playing board games for decades or you’re just discovering there’s a whole world beyond the classics, there’s a seat for you at the table. Pull up a chair. Let’s play.